Keene, Alison | 6th-8th Science
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Class Expectations
In order to be successful, Aspire middle school students need to:
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Create a work space that is quiet and free from distractions
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Follow a set schedule and plan ahead allowing for effective time management
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Log in and access courses on Canvas every school day
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Routinely check announcements, messages, due dates, grades, and feedback on Canvas
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Attend live instruction classes on Zoom (link provided within Canvas course)
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Complete weekly MyHours attendance log (requirements, instructions, and video tutorial)
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Reach out to your teacher with any questions or concerns (Once the course begins, all communication between students and teachers should be sent through Canvas messages.)
Additional Information:
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Weekly modules will be posted and available to students each Monday morning by 8:30 am
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Feedback to students will be given in a timely manner, typically within 1-5 school days after submission, depending on the assignment
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Resubmissions of assignments and assessments for grade improvement are accepted and students should communicate with the teacher so time for additional support can be scheduled
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Late work is accepted for full credit, but assignments and assessments will only be available for two weeks after initially posted
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Students will receive a zero for plagiarized work and will not be able to resubmit the assignment for grade improvement
Daily Schedule
Daily Science Zoom Schedule (all Zoom links will be available in Canvas)
6th Grade
9:35-10:25 Live Instruction
2:15-3:30 Phoenix Hour on Mon or Tues on Zoom; or join me at the Innovation Center on Wed. or Thurs from 2:00-3:30.
Early Release Schedule 9:30-10:15 Live Instruction
7th Grade
10:25-11:15 Live Instruction
2:15-3:30 Phoenix Hour on Mon or Tues on Zoom; or join me at the Innovation Center on Wed. or Thurs from 2:00-3:30.
Early Release Schedule 10:15-11:00 Live Instruction
8th Grade and Adv. 8th Grade
8:45-9:35 Live Instruction
2:15-3:30 Phoenix Hour on Mon or Tues on Zoom; or join me at the Innovation Center on Wed. or Thurs from 2:00-3:30.
Early Release Schedule 8:45-9:30 Live Instruction
About the Teacher
Degrees:
BBA- Finance- UT San Antonio
Post-Bac Teacher Certification- ASU
M.Ed. Elementary Education- ASU
M.Ed. Educational Leadership and Policy Studies- UT Arlington
Certications:
K-8 Elementary Education
6-12 Secondary Education
AZ Principal Certification
Highly Qualified:
Science
Social Studies
Language Arts (ELA)
Middle School Math
Computer Science
Business
Endorsements:
Math Specialist
Reading Specialist
Middle School
SEI
BBA- Finance- UT San Antonio
Post-Bac Teacher Certification- ASU
M.Ed. Elementary Education- ASU
M.Ed. Educational Leadership and Policy Studies- UT Arlington
Certications:
K-8 Elementary Education
6-12 Secondary Education
AZ Principal Certification
Highly Qualified:
Science
Social Studies
Language Arts (ELA)
Middle School Math
Computer Science
Business
Endorsements:
Math Specialist
Reading Specialist
Middle School
SEI
Mrs. Alison Oswald-Keene
A little bit about me: I have a Business Degree in Finance from The University of Texas at San Antonio, a PostBac Certificate from Arizona State University West, a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Arizona State University and a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Policies Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington. After working for the Government for 5 years, I felt something was missing from my work life. I had a wonderful group of teachers in Middle school and knew that I wanted to make that kind of difference in the life of young people. After moving to Phoenix from San Antonio, Texas, I decided to take the chance and see if I was teacher material. That was 34 years ago and I hope that I've helped guide a few lives.
I hold teaching certificates in Elementary Education and Secondary Education with Highly Qualified in Science, Language Arts, Social Studies, Middle School Math, and Business. I also have a Middle School endorsement;Computer Science endorsement;Math Specialist Endorsement and Reading Specialist Endorsement. I am highly qualified in Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, and Middle Grades Math. In addition, I hold a second Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Policies Studies through the University of Texas at Arlington. My degree was conferred in May 2012 and I received my state Principal Certificate in August 2012. I have been teaching 7th grade for the past 30 years here in DVUSD. I was at Terramar and was one of the original staff members when the campus opened in 2003, as well as opening Desert Mountain back in 1993. I joined DVOA during 2020-2021 school year and am very happy to now be part of Aspire. I will be teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Science this year.
I find it hard to say no to anything that the kids need. For that reason, I have always been involved with school activities, if the kids need me, I'm there to advocate for them. When I'm not here with your kids, I spend time reading; knitting and crocheting; trying to learn new crafts, and spending time with my family. I recently bought a Cricut Maker and Cricut Joy and am hopeful that I can learn to use them. My son Ian, who attended DVUSD schools PK-8, and my husband, Rich, retired from DVUSD after teaching Social Studies for 22 years.
If you'd like to talk, or find out more about what's going on in class in order to help your child, please feel free to contact me:
Google Voice and text: 602-935-7180 ( I do not answer calls during live instruction time. Please feel free to leave a voice message or text and I will call you back)
Email me